On this week’s Talk of the Town, Jon Adams kicks things off with an energetic back-to-school reflection — from the new no-cell-phone policy at Davies High to the joy (and nerves) of seeing wide-eyed freshmen walk through the doors. But the conversation quickly broadens: Jon contrasts Fargo’s first-day excitement with the sobering reality of school violence elsewhere, urging the community to care for its own.
Then, legendary NDSU Bison linebacker Kenny Clark joins the show. Together, they dive into football as “controlled violence,” the lifelong brotherhood of the game, and how those bonds shape men well beyond the field. Kenny also opens up about his journey with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), the importance of faith in athletics, and how inclusivity and mentorship are at the heart of building the next generation.
It’s part pep talk, part heartfelt testimony, and part locker-room storytelling — with a whole lot of Bison pride.
⏱️ Standout Moments:
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0:00 – 6:30 | Jon’s back-to-school rant: no-cell-phone policy, fresh outfits, and first-day jitters.
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6:30 – 13:30 | A sobering contrast: celebrating Fargo while reflecting on Minneapolis school violence.
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14:00 – 22:00 | Enter Kenny Clark: Bison football memories, tackling like “controlled violence,” and lifelong player bonds.
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22:00 – 32:00 | Tradition runs deep: why NDSU is “Linemen U” and how fundamentals keep the Bison winning.
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32:00 – 47:00 | Kenny’s faith journey, from rejecting FCA in college to becoming a leader in Fargo.
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47:00 – 54:00 | Caller question: Why so many offensive linemen make the NFL, and why defensive linemen face a tougher path.
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54:00 – 1:08:00 | Inclusivity in FCA: breaking silos, inviting all students, and faith as community.
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1:08:00 – 1:15:00 | Kenny’s personal testimony: single fatherhood, finding love again, and building a blended family on faith.
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1:15:00 – End | Closing reflections: Fargo’s community spirit, hope for the future, and (of course) — Go Bison! 🦬
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